Agenda
VEA Newport Beach, A Marriott Resort & Spa
900 Newport Center Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660
Explore What’s Next: Cardiovascular Tech Forum 2024!
Get ready for CTF 2024 on Thursday, September 12th and 13th! While the 2024 agenda is under wraps, lock in your pass to be sure not to miss the forum.
Stay tuned for an even more compelling 2024 agenda, featuring cutting-edge advancements, dynamic speakers, and interactive sessions that redefine cardiovascular technology. Relive the 2023 highlights here. The full 2024 agenda is coming soon – we can’t wait to share it with you!
Thursday, September 12, 2024
2:00 pm PST
EXPERIENCE
Registration Opens
2:30 – 4:30 pm PST
EXPERIENCE
Patent Pursuit
4:30 – 5:30 pm PST
EXPERIENCE
Partnership Pursuit
5:30 – 7:00 pm PST
EXPERIENCE
Welcome Reception
7:00 – 9:00 pm PST
EXPERIENCE
VIP Dinner
Friday, September 13, 2024
7:30 – 8:30 am PST
EXPERIENCE
Registration & Networking Breakfast
8:30 – 8:50 am PST
OPENING
Opening Remarks
Cheryl Wood, Senior Event Manager, Octane
Bill Carpou, CEO, Octane
EMCEE: Maria Berkman, MD, Head of MedTech, Broadview Ventures
8:50 – 9:10 am PST
OPENING
Opening Keynote – Innovation is Not a Linear Path
Joseph Wu, President, American Heart Association
9:10 – 10:00 am PST
PANEL
CVD Fundamentals: Bridging the gap between unmet clinical needs and cardiovascular innovation
Explore the heart of cardiovascular disease fundamentals and the web of unmet clinical needs plaguing the field. From the pressing need for more accurate and accessible diagnostic tools to more personalized treatment strategies tailored to individual patient profiles, this panel will shine a spotlight on the critical gaps that persist in cardiovascular care. With an aim to identify actionable solutions and pave the way for transformative advancements this session will bridge the divide between unmet clinical needs and innovative solutions.
10:00 – 10:30 am PST
EXPERIENCE
Networking Break
10:30 – 11:15 am PST
PANEL
Exploring the Consumerization of MedTech in Cardiovascular Care: Empowering Patients, Enhancing Outcomes
Consumer-grade medical technologies are revolutionizing cardiovascular care. Discover how wearable sensors, mobile apps, and user-friendly devices empower patients to monitor their health in real-time, fostering proactive management and personalized interventions. The transformative potential of consumer-centric approaches to improve patient outcomes can drive collaborative strategies.
11:15 am – 12:00 pm PST
PANEL
Why Did You Say No?
Understanding the reasons why investors and strategics say no to new innovations can help entrepreneurs refine their pitch, address potential concerns, and increase their chances of securing funding in future interactions with investors. Discover firsthand accounts of successful entrepreneurs who persisted in the face of rejection, iterated on their pitches, and ultimately secured funding for their ventures. Gain invaluable advice on building resilience, refining your pitch, and strategically navigating the investor landscape.
Moderator: Arshad Quadri, MD, inQB8 Medical Technologies
12:00 – 1:00 pm PST
EXPERIENCE
Networking Lunch
1:00 pm – 1:40 pm
PANEL
Pediatric Innovation Development
1:40 – 3:10 pm
PANEL
Capital and Growth Presenting Companies
Highly vetted select companies will pitch their products to our investor ecosystem with key strategics and physicians.
(5) Presenting Companies
Michael Hill, Managing Director, Capital Assist
3:10 – 3:30 pm
EXPERIENCE
Networking Break
3:30 – 4:15 pm
AWARD & KEYNOTE
Presenting Company Award & Cardiovascular Prize Award / Keynote
Presented by Octane’s CEO, Bill Carpou, and inQBB Medical Technologies CEO, Dr. Arshad Quadri to:
4:30 – 6:30 pm PT
OC Innovation Week: Opening Reception
UCI Beall Applied Innovation 5270 California Ave # 100, Irvine, CAJoin us for the grand kickoff of OC Innovation Week at our Opening Reception, where excitement and innovation converge.
Fast Pitch
The Cove at UCI Applied Innovation 5270 California Ave, Irvine, CA, United StatesFast Pitch is a unique opportunity for Orange County's tech innovators to showcase their groundbreaking ideas. Participants present their pitches to a distinguished panel of judges, potential partners, and investors.